Job description
About Akeyulerre Aboriginal Corporation
Akeyulerre Aboriginal Corporation was established by Arrernte Elders and community leaders in 2000, as a place for Arrernte people to practice and celebrate their culture and pass it on to the next generations.
Akeyulerre (pronounced A-kee-lu-ra) is often called the ‘healing centre’ in recognition of the important role that culture plays in healing and strengthening the community. Since its establishment, Akeyulerre has been helping Arrernte families grow stronger through culture while at the same time creating jobs through culturally based social enterprises.
Akeyulerre has established a strong track record in sound governance and management that brings together Arrernte and Western law and is underpinned by the strong roots of Arrernte land, culture, ancestors, knowledge, language, healing, kinship relationships, song, and stories.
Akeyulerre is a not-for-profit organisation governed and run by Arrernte people. Our membership is made up of Central Australian Aboriginal people who elect a 12-person Board of Directors from their communities.
About the Opportunity
As the Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for the overall strategic development and operational management of Akeylurre Aboriginal Organisation.
Proactively contributing as a member of the Executive Governance team of Akeylurre, you will develop a strong and accountable organisation with Arrente language and culture at its heart. You will contribute, lead and direct in all aspects of Akeylurre’s work; manage processes for increased growth and development of programs and provide strong leadership and drive projects within the Akeylurre strategic direction.
Key responsibilities include:
- Financial resources and infrastructure management
- Human resources and people management
- Delivery of Akeylurre strategic direction
- Quality service delivery and continuous improvement
- Compliance and reporting
- Advocacy and influence
- Leadership and governance
- Cultural safety and social inclusion
Essential skills and experience
- Relevant tertiary qualification e.g. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Demonstrated experience working alongside Aboriginal people, particularly Arrernte people, including understanding and respecting the value and expertise of the Aboriginal community and the Aboriginal community governance approach.
- A demonstrated commitment to Aboriginal self-determination, to social justice and to advocacy alongside Aboriginal leaders
- Well-rounded experience in leading, managing, and supervising a cross cultural team in to deliver organisational priorities and develop staff skills and confidence.
- Demonstrated skills in commercial and / or social enterprise development.
- Demonstrated capabilities in strategy, financial sustainability, operational and project management in a nonprofit organisation.
- Demonstrated ability in strategy, innovation and planning to progress organisational priorities and negotiate solutions.
What’s on Offer?
In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidate will enjoy an attractive remuneration package valued at $161,000 that includes:
- Base salary $123,600 per annum + Super (11%)
- Full Private use of a 4WD fleet vehicle
- Six weeks annual leave
- Salary Packaging
- Professional Development Opportunities
- PLUS Relocation Assistance (up to $7000)
Applications
Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to address the key selection criteria identified on the position description.
For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact David Pugh on 0417312154.
Before commencing it is a requirement that you possess a valid Working with Children (Ochre Card), a National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence. Demonstrated currency of pandemic and job specific vaccinations (including boosters, subject to medical exemptions, is also required.
To learn more about Akeylurre Aboriginal Corporation you can visit their website at www.akeyulerre.org.au.
A position description is attached.